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MRes Social Anthropology and Intensive Language (African Languages)

SOAS University of London

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  • Qualification

    MRes - Master of Research

  • Location

    SOAS, University of London

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP-25

  • Duration

    2 years

Course summary

The MRes Social Anthropology offers students training in social science research methods, with a strong focus on ethnographic methods. It aims to provide students with the skills they need to conduct research at a doctoral level, or to work as social science researchers. In addition to the acquisition of strong methodological skills, students are able to benefit from SOAS' renowned offering of African and Asian languages, as well as its expertise in the humanities, including philosophy, linguistics, literature, and history.

Why study Social Anthropology and Intensive Language at SOAS?

  • We are ranked 5th in the UK and 12th in the world for Anthropology (QS World University Rankings 2023)
  • 4th in the UK (2023 Times/Sunday Times League Table)
  • draw on the exceptional regional expertise of our academics in Asian, African, and Middle Eastern languages and politics, many of whom have joined us with a practical working knowledge of their disciplines
  • join our thriving community of alumni and academics who have an impact on the world outside of academia
  • flexibly structure your programme using our optional modules and/or optional modules from other departments, including the opportunity to learn a regional language
  • we are specialists in the delivery of languages; your command of a second language at SOAS will set you apart from graduates of other universities.

The MRes Social Anthropology may be taken either as a free standing MRes or as the first part of a PhD (for example, as a 1 + 3 research training programme). In the latter case, the MRes therefore serves as a shortcut into the PhD. It is designed to train students in research skills, including language training, to the level prescribed by the ESRC’s research training guidelines.

Students from SOAS’ Department of Anthropology and Sociology develop an in-depth understanding of the world. Employers value our graduates’ cultural awareness and global perspective, as well as their skills in analysis, data interpretation and problem-solving.

Application deadline

14 June 2024

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 25,320per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

SOAS University of London

SOAS University of London

  • University League Table

    71st

  • Campus address

    SOAS, University of London, Thornhaugh Street, Russell Square, Camden, WC1H 0XG, England

SOAS is a place for those who want to expand their horizons, develop a deeper understanding of the world, and re-examine their preconceptions.
Building on values of social justice and equality, students are encouraged to challenge conventional views and to think globally.
SOAS is one of the UK's most international universities, with around half of SOAS students coming from outside the UK.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    13th out of 24 2

    7th out of 8 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 196
    140 71%

    15th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    82.0 82%

    5th

    4
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.99 75%

    18th

    7
  • Entry standards

    / Max 207
    138 67%

    8th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    85.0 85%

    4th

    6
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.07 77%

    4th

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